John Stephen Fleming

He was born on March 12, 1940, in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, to Casto and Laura (Peterson) Fleming.

John attended St. Vincent de Paul High School in Mt. Vernon before continuing his education at St. Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas. He later earned his law degree from Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University in Highland Heights, Kentucky.

Throughout his career, John dedicated himself to serving others and building a professional life. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and began his military training at Camp Lejeune, NC. John was a Prudential executive for 20 years before establishing his own law practice. He was licensed to practice law in California, New Jersey, Ohio, and Florida, reflecting the breadth of his legal career and expertise. John was also recognized for his work in labor relations and was featured in Business Week magazine for his accomplishments in the field. He later served as an executive with Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

John was also a NRA-certified instructor and took pride in sharing his knowledge and experience with others. A true outdoorsman, John loved hunting and camping and treasured the time he spent outdoors. He was also a passionate sports fan, with a huge love for Notre Dame football and a deep appreciation for his beloved Ohio State Buckeyes.

John was preceded in death by his parents, Casto and Laura (Peterson) Fleming; his brother, Thomas Fleming; his sister, Frances (Fleming) Debordeau; and his wife, Linda (Rockwell) Fleming. He is survived by his four children, Laura (Fleming) Moxley, Elizabeth (Fleming) Laconi, Stephen Fleming, and Sarah Fleming; as well as six grandchildren.

John will be remembered for his family, dedication to his career and community, adventurous spirit, and lifelong passion for the outdoors.

Friends may call on Sunday, September 13, from 1:00-3:00 P.M. at the Schoedinger Northeast Chapel, 1051 E. Johnstown Rd, Gahanna, Ohio.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. on Monday, September 14, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 280 N. Grant Avenue, Columbus. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Paddle for Heroes, 105 E. Chestnut St., Mt. Vernon, OH 43050 or online at http://www.paddleforheroesmidwest.org. Scroll down to the blue, “Donate,” tab. Thank you.